Run Schedule for Tomorrow, Sunday - May 17, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: May 17, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds) ** (Anna University is a counting center for the general elections and I expect lot of activity on Saturday.. but hopefully everything clears our by run on Sunday.. however, there exists a possibility that we might not be able 'enter' Anna University tomorrow.. in that case we will trek back to our old starting point: Dimensions and start our run from Dimensions @ 5:30 AM).

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Looking forward to this run.... after having missed three consecutive Sunday runs in Chennai.
Ram V.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Tomorrow - Sunday, May 10, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Beat the 'Agni Nakshthram' blues.. run early and have loads of fun..

Here is the schedule for tomorrow..

Date: May 10, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

(I will miss running with you guys this Sunday (third Sunday in a row..)... but will be sure to catch some run in Dallas.. - Ram V.)

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Schedule for Tomorrow, Sunday April 26, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Chennai summer is at its peak now.. to beat the summer blues and feel a sense of satisfaction, get up early and hit the roads.. you will like it..

Here is the schedule for tomorrow..

Date: April 26, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the cricket grounds)

Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: We would like you to join us for the run. But in anycase, if you are unable to join us at 5:15, even then do come by and do whatever you could @ Anna University. You will enjoy the run plus the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria @ 7:30 AM.

(I will be missing the run this Sunday.. as I am out of town.. but wish you folks a great run.. )

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Easy Run / Jog and 'Max Plank' - Alwarpet Group

Hey Guys,

Rajamanickam currently holds the chennai runners record for 'Plank / Iron Man' - 'Max Plank' !! He did a 3 min one last sunday.. while the others including me, fell way behind at 1 minute!! We will have a go at it.. tomorrow, after an 'easy' run / jog..

Meet time : 5:45 am / start at 6:00 am

Start point : Dimensions gym, C P Ramaswamy Road

Run type : Easy Run / Jog

Please confirm participation.

Cheers

kk

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Run Tomorrow, Sunday, April 19, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Chennai summer is at its peak now.. to beat the summer blues and feel a sense of satisfaction, get up early and hit the roads.. you will like it..

Here is the schedule for tomorrow..

Date: April 19, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the cricket grounds)

Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: We would like you to join us for the run. But in anycase, if you are unable to join us at 5:15, even then do come by and do whatever you could @ Anna University. You will enjoy the run plus the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria @ 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Tomorrow - Sunday, April 12, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Chennai summer is at its peak now.. to beat the summer blues and feel a sense of satisfaction, get up early and hit the roads.. you will like it..

Here is the schedule for tomorrow..

Date: April 12, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the cricket grounds)

Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: We would like you to join us for the run. But in anycase, if you are unable to join us at 5:15, even then do come by and do whatever you could @ Anna University. You will enjoy the run plus the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria @ 7:30 AM.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, March 29, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

After the successful Apollo DKV ECR Run # 9, Let's hit the asphalt in a big way again tomorrow.. Anna University is perfect place for beginners, veterans and everyone in between to run. You can run a few kms to much much more as you like within the sprawling Anna University campus. So, what are you waiting for ? put on shoes and hit the road.. you will like it.

Here is the schedule for tomorrow..

Date: March 29, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the cricket grounds)

Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: We would like you to join us for the run. But in anycase, if you are unable to join us at 5:15, even then do come by and do whatever you could @ Anna University. You will enjoy the run plus the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria @ 7:30 AM.

Apollo DKV ECR Run # 9 - Thanks for participating

Dear Chennai Runners

Thanks to all you who participated and volunteered.. you made another edition of our ECR Run memorable. We had around 50 participants and 12+ volunteers who made it all worthwhile.

This time we went back to our old venue MGM as the start and end point and that proved to be a good thing. MGM Resorts had made some improvements to their infrastructure and breakfast was very decent. In fact, the 'hot' Dosa corner was a hit amongst runners.

Thanks to many for making it possible.. First and foremost to our race director Mohan for making the run possible. He had long days at work but quietly worked (put many 'all nighters' as he would call it) in the background to get things going for the run.

Sponsors: Thanks to Apollo DKV & Pepsi for sponsoring the run. Apollo DKV was our title sponsor for the previous ECR run as well and Pepsi has been generous in supplying water & Gatorade for several our ECR runs. Thanks to your support, it helps get more runners on the ground and makes it possible to arrange the events like this.

Volunteers: A big thanks to all the volunteers. You make the run palatable for the runners. You stuck to your post though it was getting hot and happily served the runners. As a runner, I can vouch that there no better site than seeing a water point with helpful volunteers. You guys rock.. !!!

Thanks to Tiger for getting the Pepsi sponsorship..

Many thanks to Raveendran for helping us secure the Apollo DKV sponsorship.

Thanks to Ramani and Vimal for trekking up and down to take some great photos as keepsake. You can access the photos here and here.

Overall, the run was great. As always we welcome your feedback to make it better. Please pass on your comments to anyone of us and we will ensure future runs take that in to consideration.

Next ECR Run: Now that the dog days of summer is upon us in Chennai, we will go easy on our runs and will look to have the next edition in July / Aug timeframe (may be an Independence Day run ?)

Apollo DKV ECR Run # 9 - Route Map

Dear Chennai Runners

Apollo DKV ECR Run # 9 less than 48 hours away.. and we hope you are registered and rearing to go. (Sunday, March 22nd, 2009)

As you know the the run begins and ends @ MGM Resorts. This is right before the MGM amusement center. The route is pretty simple and straightforward. As you come out of MGM Resorts head south as much as you can and return back to the resorts when you feel like.

If you are running 30k then you would turn around @ Dolphin city. Here is the route map on run.com.

Just to recap, Apollo DKV ECR Run # 9, this Sunday, March 22, 2009.

APOLLO DKV ECR 9 Run - Update 2

Chennai Runners presents APOLLO DKV ECR 9 Run.

Date: March 22, 2009 (Sunday)

Start point: MGM Beach Resort
End point: MGM Beach Resort
Start Time: Since we have participation for different distances, It has been decided to stagger the start times. Details are given below

Event Start time
30 km - 5:15 am
20 km & 25 km - 5:30 am
10 km & 15 km - 5:45 am
5 km - 6:15 am

Assemble time:
Runners - The assembly time for the first event is 4:30 am. For all other events runners are requested to assemble at least 30 minutes before the start time to complete registration formalities.

Volunteers: Please assemble at the starting point at 4:30 am for a final briefing and assignments

Entry Fee: Rs.275/- Online Registration.

Breakfast @ MGM Beach Resorts 7:30 am onwards. The breakfast will be served at a separate area for the runners and not at the restaurant.

Car pooling
Those of you who wish to car pool may assemble outside Dimensions Gym on C P Ramaswamy Road (Adjacent to the Sony World Showroom) at 3:45 am. The cars will leave for the starting point at 4:00 am.

Volunteers
Those of you, who have been kind enough to volunteer, please assemble at the starting point by 4:30 am for a final briefing. All necessary supplies will be given at the starting point. There will be a car leaving from Dimensions Gym at 3:45 am to take volunteers to the starting point.
Route

For all events the starting point is the same. South on ECR for 15 kms and turn around (Exact turn around point to be notified on the day of run).

Water points - There will be water stops every 2.5 km to provide water and drinks for the runners

Running Safety
This event is organized by Chennai runners. This is a running support group. Runners taking part in this event do so of their own volition. There are a few things to bear in mind while running on the East Coast Road.

1. The East coast road is a very busy highway with high speed vehicular traffic.
2. There are NO traffic restrictions. Runners run at their own risk.
3. Run on the right side of the road facing on-coming traffic
4. If you are running in a group, do not run abreast. Run in a single file.
5. DO NOT run if you are not medically fit. You and your physician are the only folks who can counsel you on that. Consult your doctor and listen to your body before embarking on the run.
6. STOP running and seek medical help if you feel uncomfortable at anytime during the run.

Identification - Please carry some form of identification on your person while running. This identification should have your name, address, blood group and emergency contact numbers

First aid - First aid kit will be available with the volunteers and runners are advised to make note of one of the volunteers for any emergency reasons.

Run Schedule For Tomorrow - Sunday, March 15, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Apollo DKV ECR9 is just a week away.. Have you registered? Let's get ready with a solid run tomorrow..

Date: March 15, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the cricket grounds)

Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route at run.com).

Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: Pl. note the new starting location - Anna University. If you are not able to join us for the run, you could join us for a informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria @ 7:30 AM.

Run Schedule for Tomorrow, Sunday March 8, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Let's get ready for ECR9

Date: March 8, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the cricket grounds)
Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: Pl. note the new starting location - Anna University. If you are not able to join us for the run, you could join us for a informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria @ 7:30 AM.

Apollo DKV ECR 9 Run - REGISTRATIONS OPEN

Dear Runners,

Registrations for Apollo DKV ECR 9 Run is Open now.

Please visit the website www.chennairunners.com and access the link provided at the right top section of the Home page or directly go to http://chennairunners.com/ievents for the registration.

The registration would ask you to fill a mandatory personal details form. Submitting the personal details form will provide you an option to make the payment either online(Credit Card) or offline(Cash).

Instructions for making the payment:

Online Payment : This will be done through the secure Paypal payment site. Please provide the necessary details required to make the payment from the Paypal Site. The amount charged is 6 USD* for online registration (which includes 0.50 USD to defray the Paypal transaction charges).

Offline Payment: This would require you to handover the cash to one of the following persons listed below during the weekly or weekend runs

1. Ram Viswanathan
2. Ramesh Ponnuswami
3. Karthik Vijayakumar
4. Mohan Kumar

The last date for making the online payment is March 20^th 2009 and offline payment is March 18^th 2009. Spot registrations on the event day are not encouraged.

Please spread the word to your family members and friends by displaying the print out of the poster (Please click on the image on the top right corner of this post) at your workplace/fitness centres .

If you face any difficulties while making the payment, please contact Mohan Kumar at 09840075215.

Cheers,

Mohan

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, March 1, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

We are trying out a new starting point for our Sunday runs on a trail basis from tomorrow. We will start from Anna University and do the same classic run with option for some folks to do more within Anna University.

After the run, we will do a 'dutch breakfast' at the cafeteria which opens at 7:30 AM.

Date: March 1, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Out cricket grounds near the cafeteria.
Parking: Two options.. 1) Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road 2) Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. There is plenty of parking available, however it will take 5 minutes walk to get to the starting point so give yourself sufficient time.
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Speed session

Team,

We are planning to do a speed session tomorrow morning.

Venue: MCC School, Harrington Road.
Time: 5:50 AM
Workout : 1 Mile warm up, 6 x 800 meters (about 4 minutes or whatever speed you can do) with 100 meters recovery, 1 Mile cool down.

Please confirm participation.

Cheers,
Shahid

ECR 9 Announcement

Starting with the quote from movie Forrest Gump: That day, for no particular reason, I decided to go for a little run. So I ran to the end of the road. And when I got there, I thought maybe I'd run to the end of town. And when I got there, I thought maybe I'd just run across Greenbow County. And I figured, since I run this far, maybe I'd just run across the great state of Alabama. And that's what I did. I ran clear across Alabama. For no particular reason I just kept on going. I ran clear to the ocean. And when I got there, I figured, since I'd gone this far, I might as well turn around, just keep on going. When I got to another ocean, I figured, since I'd gone this far, I might as well just turn back, keep right on going.


On the occasion of Chennai runners membership touching 600, we happily announce the ninth edition of our ECR run - ECR 9.

Date : 22-March-09 (Sunday) to mark your calendars.

Before the Sun peaking in summer let’s peak ourselves and set the ECR on fire.

More information to follow soon.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Feb 22, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Let's hit the asphalt back tomorrow after the successful Auroville & Chennai Marathons. Congratulations to everyone who participated.. No matter how much time you took, you are a winner because in this game.. participation counts more than winning the prize money...

Tomorrow we will start with our classic again.. and stay tuned for announcement on Chennai Runners' ECR#9.. will happen in March and will be lot of fun..

Date: February 22, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Chennai Runners' Membership Touches 600!!!

Team
Happy to share that we are now 600 strong as a group!
It is interesting to note that, while group membership continues to increase steadily, the number of runners we have actually joining us for our runs has not. Over the next few months we hope to see a change and look forward to increasing participation on line and on the road by one and all!!
Happy Running!!

Second Auroville Marathon - Final Logistics Update

Chennai Runners
Auroville Marathon is happening is this weekend... Are you ready ? Trained, rested and rearing to go???

This is a final post on logistics.. might be repetitive for some of you.. but just for the benefit of everyone.. here is a summary..

Transport: We have two vans leaving the city on Saturday, one from Chennai Central with Hyderabad Runners and another from Dimensions with folks from Chennai. Following is the confirmed list for the second Van:

1. ANV Radhakrishna
2. Madhavan
3. Ramesh S.
4. Radha S.
5. Karthik V.
6. Kavya V.
7. RV Ramani
8. Anupama
9. Bhargav
10. Aparna
11. Savithri R.
12. Ram V.
    
13. Sita V.

Departure Time: We will leave around 1:30 PM from Dimensions. Please plan to arrive at Dimensions using public transport or othermeans as overnight parking of your personal vehicles near Dimensions is not advisable.

Transportation Charges: Rs. 450 per person. Some of you have paid, others please pay on Saturday.

Pasta Party & Accomodation: Balaji has taken care all requests in this regard. Please do bring your own bedding / sleeping bag. Chanresh has also advised us to bring our own torch light, if feasible. Also, please pay the necessary charges for the dinner & accomodation (Rs. 250) to me or Balaji at the earliest.

Race Pack Collection: Organizers will distribute the race pack on Saturday @ 6:00 PM. Please assemble near the reception area to pick up your race pack.

Pasta Party: Will commence after the race pack distribution around 6:30 PM.

ps: I know there are folks taking their own transport to Auroville.. Can you guys give ride to two folks? Bharati & Chethana have requested for transport. If you can accomodate their request.. great.. kindly let me know..

Hong Kong Marathon - Venkatesh Update

Team
Just heard from Venkatesh, One of our own who participated in the Hong Kong Marathon yesterday.

Venkatesh mentioned that the route was a killer with many fly overs to tackle and certainly wasn't a easy course. In spite of the 'obstacle course' like route, I am glad to report that Venkatesh finished with a solid timing of 4:15:00.

Venkatesh.. Congratulations and we are proud of you here at Chennai Runners. Enjoy the well deserved break..

When you have a moment, I welcome you to write your impressions on your first international marathon in our blog..

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, February 8, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Just a week to go for Second Auroville Marathon.. Are you ready?

Date: February 8, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Second Auroville Marathon - Logistics Update # 2

Last week I sent a mail asking for confirmation on the transport request and I am glad to report that we got the confirmations and finalized the transport arrangement.

Thanks to Senthil, we have 2 vans. One would be pick up HYD runners from Central and another would leave from Dimensions with Chennai Runners.

At this stage the transport booking is closed and here is the final list of Chennai Runners who have confirmed the transport requirement.

1. ANV Radhakrishna
2. Madhavan
3. Ramesh S.
4. Radha S.
5. Karthik V.
6. Kavya V.
7. RV Ramani
8. Anupama
9. Bhargav
10. Aparna
11. Savithri R.
12. Ram V.
    
13. Sita V.

Date & Time of Departure: Saturday, Feb 14, 2009 - 1:30 PM (We want to reach Auroville before 6:00 to give ourselves time for collecting the BIB and join the pasta party.)

Place of Departure: Near Dimensions Gym on CP Ramaswamy Road.

Expected Date & time of Return: Sunday, Feb 15, 2009, 7:00 PM

Parking: Overnight parking near Dimensions is not advisable. Please use public transport or other means to get to Dimensions.

Cost per person: Rs. 450 approximately. (Please pay by this Sunday if feasible).

Dorm Stay: If you are staying in the Auroville dorms, pl bring your own sleeping bag / bed sheets.

Please drop a note if you have any questions or comments.

Keep Running..

Second Auroville Marathon - Logistics

Dear Chennai Runners

Second Auroville Marathon is less than two weeks away and many of us are looking forward to it. As we get closer to the run date, we need to finalize some of the logistics and confirm transport need.

Here is the list of folks who have requested for transport from Chennai.

1. Anupama
2. Ram V
3. Sita V
4. Shumit
5. KK
6. Mohan P
   
7. A Radhakrishna
8. S Balaji
9. V Sivakumar
10. N Raveendran
11. S Ramkumar
12. Chirag Mehta
13. Navin
14. Bastein
15. Rajesh Subramanian
16. C Sivanandam
17. Dayal Kanna
18. Venkatesh Krishnamoorthy
19. Rahul Chaudry
    
20. RV Ramani
21. Murugan
    

We are planning to leave Chennai (from Dimensions) around 2:00 PM on Feb 14, 2009 and return by 6:00 PM on Sunday Feb 15, 2009. We could consider two other pick up points (on the enroute) based on the final list.

Please confirm that you still would like us to arrange for transport. Senthil has done some initial queries and the rental cost for a 18 seater is coming to Rs. 9000+tips for driver. In order for us to move forward on this, we need to have the final headcount by tomorrow. Also, once you confirm we would also like you to pay ASAP, as this will enable to pay the required 'advance' monies to the Van operators.

Action required by you:

1. Please confirm the need for transport by Feb 3, 2009.
2. If you confirm, please pay your portion of the transport cost expected to come @ Rs. 500 - Rs. 600 by Friday, Feb 8, 2009 (to be confirmed based on the final number..)

Balaji would be sending a separate communication on final registration tally, Pasta Party & Accomodation stuff....

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, February 1, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Two weeks to go for Second Auroville Marathon.. Are you ready?

Date: February 1, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: some of us would be doing half tomorrow.. pl. join us if you want to do more..

Updates on Auroville Marathon to follow..

Special Run this Sunday, Jan 25, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

We have a special run tomorrow.. in preparation for the Auroville Marathon. The route tomorrow will be a combination of our Marina half and classic. Please do take time and get familiar with the route.

One more thing.. since we are doing this within the city, we are starting an hour early @ 4:15 AM. This will help us get a headstart traffic and pollution. Please do plan to be at the starting point by 4:00 AM and give yourself some time to get ready and stretch.

Date: January 25, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo
Distance - 35K+

Please confirm if you are going to be joining us this Sunday and will be doing 35K.. Remember.. thousand mile journey always starts with crucial first step.

Stretching - Is it Good For You?

The jury is still out on this subject. We have discussed this in details and know that there are various camps. This article in Runners World tries to get to the bottom on this subject.. but do not expect any definitive conclusions..

Believe it or not, stretching is one of the most controversial subjects in exercise and sport. For many years, experts, would-be experts, athletes, and coaches have disagreed about many aspects of stretching.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Jan 18, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Less than a month to go for Second Auroville Marathon.. Are you ready?

Date: January 18, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: some of us would be doing half tomorrow.. pl. join us if you want to do more.. Also, next Sunday, we have a special run.. 35K !!!.. details to follow..

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, January 11, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

After the successful 'running clinic' we had today, will keep the momentum going (or running) with a solid run tomorrow. few of us preparing for the Auroville Marathon might do a half tomorrow.. but regardless of the distance you can or want to run.. jump out of your bed and get out the door..

Date: January 11, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Some Fun Workouts Courtesy: Jonathan Crane

Rockies – where we carried weights (rocks) to strengthen upper-body

LSD – long, slow distance (like what you do now on Sundays)

Uppers – training to run up-hills and over the crest of hills, there is indeed a strategy for that

Downers – training to run down-hills and through valleys, and again, there is a necessary strategy for that

Fartleks – which means, in Sweedish, speed-play – done during medium-length runs, picking up pace between identified distancesSpeed – usually done on an open grass field, b/c our races were usually on grass – but can be done on tracks. This varies intensity, distance and rest time. It also challenges top runners to run behind and slower runners to take the lead. Excellent for building a sense of team accomplishment.

Meat & Potatoes – the typical 5-8 mile run, medium pace, just for the mileageRacing strategy – how to run as a team not just as individuals, overtaking, drafting, corners, hilltops, verbal calls, etc.Strength – weight training, lots of leg lifts, core, and bike, rowing is good too

Pool – so as not to pound the legs too much, do running in the pool, including with weights. These, I must admit, were tough! Also includes regular laps.

Second Auroville Marathon - Feb 15, 2008 - Logistics Details

Dear Chennai Runners

By now, you must have heard about Second Auroville Marathon to be held on Feb 15, 2009 near our neck of the woods. If you are wondering if registration is still open... Yes it is STILL open.. but not for long. So, what are you waiting for? hurry up and register today..

How to Register:
You can register in one of the following ways

1. By completing this form and mailing it to address mentioned in the registration package or handing over the completed form to Tiger, Hari or I with the registration fee.
2. By registering online here
   

Logistics
In addition registering as above, if you would like to stay in Auroville Campus or would join the Pasta party or would like to car pool.. Pl complete the simple form below. Depending on the interest, we would be arranging a van from Chennai on a 'dutch' basis.

Running Plus : Chennai Runners' Running Clinic!

Anchoring to our earlier announcement on the first Running Clinic, here is an open invitation. Don't miss this opportunity! It's time to relive your dreams!

See you on the 10th Jan!

Happy Running!
Karthik Vijayakumar

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, January 4, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Six Sundays to go for Auroville Marathon.. Are you getting in the groove ?...Run Details for tomorrow..

Date: January 4, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

New Year Day Run.. January 1, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Let's usher in the new year with a run tomorrow..

We have over 600 folks part of this growing group and this is a call to many of our 'virtual' runners to lace up and start running.. Some folks are doing half or 35k.. you do what you can but for that you must take the first step to get out and enjoy the great Marghazhi weather.

Run Details for tomorrow..

Date: January 1, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Whatever else may be your 'new year resolution', I request you to add 'running / staying healthy' to your list..

Wishing each and every one of you a happy and prosperous new year AND miles and miles of happy running.. !!!!

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, December 28, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Seven Sundays to go for Auroville Marathon.. Are you getting in the groove ?

Run Details for tomorrow..

Date: December 28, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: I am not in town.. but I am sure Hari / Mohan / Shahid and few others would be .. so join the fun.. I will run.. possibly alone in Langkawi.. :-)

Running Clinic - DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!

I'm sure a lot of you have started to (or, about to) enjoy your year end vacation (and doing your runs wherever you are!). With 2008 coming to a close and curtains of Year 2009 all set to welcome, many of us would've started to pen down those (forbidden!?!) resolutions!! For all those budding runners and seasoned marathoners, here is an opportunity to start the year 2009 on a very high note...

Chennai Runners is happy to kick-start year 2009 with a first of its kind Running Clinic! Mark your calendars for the 10th of January 2009 when we will meet at Elliots Beach (near the police outpost in the center of the beach) to attend the 1st Running Clinic. BTW, you should be able to spot our banner at Elliots Beach on this day! Here are the details...

Event - Running Clinic
Date - 10th January 2009
Timing - 06:00 Hrs to 07:30Hrs
Venue - Elliots Beach (near the police outpost in the center of the beach) - Spot our banner here!
Cost - Just your time! :-)

We have Dr.Hamsraj from Physio Care addressing the runners on a range of topics that will essentially cover topics related to fitness, injuries & treatment, posture. That's not all! We will also have sessions on "Why I Run?" and "Running/Marathon Experiences" followed by a "Open House" for answering any questions you may have related to running!!

This is going to be a wonderful networking opportunity for all of us....DON'T MISS THIS!!. Do feel free to tag along anyone interested in running!

Please do confirm your participation by replying to this email (or, leaving a comment on this blog post)

Wish you a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year!

Happy Running, and have a splendid vacation! See you on 10th Jan!
--
Karthik Vijayakumar

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, December 21, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Eight Sundays to go for Auroville Marathon.. Are you getting in the groove ?

Run Details for tomorrow.. be there are be square!!!!

Date: December 21, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: Few of us might do half tomorrow.. pl. let me know if you are fame for it.. let's get a quick headcount going and see who is interested..

Free Manual on How to loose fat

Guys.. some of you may have come across this recent post of Josh Hillis. There is this free pdf - 15 pages on "The truth about burning fat"

here is the url..

http://joshsgarage.typepad.com/articles/2008/12/pretty-cool.html

cheers!! George

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, December 14, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Congratulations to all ChennaiRunners who participated and finished the Singapore Marathon. It doesn't matter what time you took to finish, what matters is the grit and determination you showed to finish. No matter what you might think of your timing.. you are a marathoner and have lot to be proud off.

Now that Singapore Marathon is behind us and all of us have had some rest, let us start training for Auroville Marathon which is set for Feb 15, 2009. Auroville will different kind of a marathon. It will be a 'small' trail marathon organized by a bunch of passionate volunteers. More on Auroville Marathon later..

This post is about our run tomorrow.. and here are the details.. Pl. show up tomorrow..

Date: December 14, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Nov 30, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Rain God seem to have taken rest and hopefully we will be able to run tomorrow.  This will be our last long run before Singapore Marathon.. let's make the best use of it..

Date: November 30, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms or even half.. all depends on you.. What you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps:I want to do a 'half' tomorrow... are you game?

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Nov 23, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Some of us (Tiger, Shahid & co) planning to 35K tomorrow.. and others (like me) will do just half. Regardless, let's plan on assembling by dimensions by 4:00 AM tomorrow and figure out who is doing what. Even if you doing just 5K just join us. it will be fun.

Remember the starting time is 4:15AM. Please do plan to be at the starting point by 4:00 AM and give yourself some time to get ready and stretch.

Date: November 16, 2008
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo or build your own route..
Distance - 35K+ or whatever you want to do..

Do More.. Start Running.. Its fun and will change your life..!!!

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, November 16, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

We have a special run tomorrow.. in preparation for the Singapore Marathon.  This is going to be fun.. so whether you are doing the Singapore Marathon or not.. join the fun.  We will have two mobile water points. thanks to Ramesh S. & KK.

The route tomorrow will be a combination of our Marina half and classic. Please do take time and get familiar with the route.  

One more thing.. since we are doing this in the city, we are starting an hour early @ 4:15 AM.  This will help us get a headstart ahead of traffic.  Please do plan to be at the starting point by 4:00 AM and give yourself some time to get ready and stretch.

Date: November 16, 2008
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo
Distance - 35K+

Here are the confirmed participants

1. Ram
2. Narayanan
3. Tiger
4. Balaji
5. Karthik
6. Hari
7. Bhargav
8. Ashwin
9. Rajesh
10. Senthil
11. Arun K
12. RV Ramani
13. Shahid
14. Raveendran
15. Mahesh K.
16. Siva V.
17. Venkat Rangan
18. Ranga Tiruman

Don't worry if haven't confirmed yet.. you still have time to confirm.. and simply show up tomorrow to race against yourself and do your personal best.  Remember.. thousand mile journey starts with one step at a time.. and of course.. Yes.. You Can..

Run Coming Sunday, November 16, 2008

Team

This is a heads up for the upcoming Sunday Run..

We are planning to a 35K run this Sunday in preparation for the Singapore Marathon which is just 4 Sundays away. I came up with a 35K route within the city and it is a combination of our Marina half and Classic with a slight variation. Please take a look and get familiar with the route.
Just to beat the traffic we will start this run an hour early..

Date: November 16, 2008
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo
Distance - 35K+

Here are the confirmed participants

1. Ram
2. Narayanan
3. Tiger
4. Balaji
5. Karthik
6. Hari
7. Bhargav
8. Ashwin
9. Rajesh
10. Senthil
11. Arun K
12. RV Ramani
13. Shahid

Ramesh S. & KK have kindly volunteered to be our mobile water points in their cars. They will have water & Gatorade. However, you should also plan to carry your own supply.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Nov 9, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners.

We will try out a new route charted by Karthik tomorrow.. Karthik is calling this route a 'Green Run'.. so we are starting a half hour later than the usual. Here are the run details..

Date: Nov 9, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble time: 5:30AM
Start time: 5:45AM
Distance - 21.1 km
Route: http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=508445.
Driving Directions: From Shoppers Stop in Nungambakkam can be found in the link below:
http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=1164956

Please do give sufficient time to find the place if you are not familiar with that part of Chennai (like me). If you have any challenges finding the starting point, please reach out to Karthik @ +91-98400-48046.

Please confirm your participation..

ps: I need a ride to reach the starting point tomorrow.. anyone going from this part of Chennai? (Hari / Tiger ? Can we meet up near Dimensions by 4:45 AM?)

Ram Viswanathan

Chennai Runners is back on The Hindu!

Oh yes, we are back on The Hindu. Prince Frederick from The Hindu was with us last Sunday to talk to us about our group and our plans for the upcoming Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon. Below is the paper view of today's article. You can find an online version of the same here.

Run Tomorrow, Sunday, November 2, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: November 2, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps:I want to do a 'half' tomorrow.. anyone wants to join me? Also, some of us are planning to to 35K next. This is in preparation for Singapore marathon.. pl. let me know if you are interested.. I will map out a route soon.. (combining our classic and half..)

Chetput/Harrington Road Run

Team,

Let's do a easy short 5K run tomorrow.

Venue - Opposite MCC School, Harrington road (same street as Shoppers Stop)
Time: 5:30 am

Please confirm

Run Tomorrow - Friday, October 31, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Date: October 31, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Boat Club
Distance - The total distance is about 5+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run tomorrow - Thursday, 30th October 2008

Team,

It's LSD time... lets do about 12.5 km tomorrow.

Assemble, warm up & stretch: 5:00 AM
Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet
Start time: 5:15 AM
Route: To Besant Nagar Beach > Vellankani Church and back
Distance: 12.5 km approx - there are other options available if you want to run shorter (5km, 10km or in between) or longer! Can guide you at starting point.

Please confirm your participation.

Ramesh

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, October 26, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

After our good ECR#8 run, lets go for another solid run tomorrow.. Here is a tentative run plan for tomorrow.. The route / distance is flexible and is based on the runners' choice at the start time..

Date: October 26, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps:Shahid and I are looking to do a half tomorrow.. any takers??

Hilpauk/Harrington Road Chapter

Team,

Let's do a easy short 5K run tomorrow.

Venue - Opposite MCC School, Harrington road (same street as Shoppers Stop)
Time: 5:30 am

Please confirm if you want to run. We will be running even if it rains.

ECR8 - Photos

Many of us took Videos and Photos of ECR8.. I would like to request you to post them in flickr / youtube and tag them as ECR8 and Chennairunners.

Here some photos from Karthik & I in flickr

ECR8 - Thanks to Many for making it possible..

Chennai Runners and their families..

Thanks a bunch for making the Chennai Runners ECR8 run possible. Though rain dampened the spirits a little bit and kept many runners indoors... we had around 50 runners and 20 volunteers brave the soggy weather and make it for the run. As you might appreciate.. this wouldn't have been possible without help and assistance from many folks... I want to take a moment to thank them.. and I am sure you would do to..

Vidyuth, our Event Director - He juggled many commitments and an injury to keep his commitment to running fraternity to organize this run for us. He spent long hours in putting various things in place.. in the midst of his 'busy' shooting schedule. Yes.. he is acting in a TV serial and we will soon have a 'chinna thirai' star in our midst.. Thanks Vidyuth for organizing this 'event / run' for us.

Ramesh Seshadhri - For connecting us with Mayajaal. Your lead made it possible for to secure the 'start / finish' point. We have been trying out various start / end points for our ECR runs in the quest for an optimal spot. Thanks for getting us connected with Mayajaal, which made it possible to extend our run to 35K while still keeping the 'Dolphin City' as our turn around point.

Raveendran - On many fronts... Though you are relatively new to ChennaiRunners, you helped on many fronts.. sponsorship, ambulance, vehichles, Drivers and volunteers (was thrilled to see your Appa get up early to volunteer). Thanks for securing Apollo DKV associate sponsorship and all other things you have done for the ECR8.

Tiger - As usual Tiger roars... He helped us get our 'hydration partner' and as usual pitched in with his car and driver. Thanks Tiger.. your elevate our energy level.. and that is a energy drink in itself.. Glad to have you with us..

Chettinad Hospitals - Thanks Chettinad for providing us with a full crew Ambulance. With your presense, we knew help was not far away in case of emergency. Thanks for pitching in..

Apollo DKV - Thanks for your sponsorship, which is a recognition of our efforts. Your support will help us make these kinds of events better.

Volunteers - Thanks for the bottom of my heart.. without your active support we couldn't have ventured in to organizing these runs.. From Savithri family to Mahesh family to Raveendran's father.. we had some of our youngest and senior most volunteers.. Thanks Guys.. we look forward to your continuing support.

Miracle Man - If there is one guy I would single out for being pivotal to success of ECR runs (not just this one..).. it is this guy. We do not know how he gets things done.. but he simply does. From media contacts to operational stuff to everything in between.. he is always there. He managed to squeeze in a run as well this time.. Have you figured out who I am referrng to? I am sure you did by now.. he does have a name.. and a long one at it.. but we simply call him KK.. Thanks buddy..

Rain or Shine.. ECR8 is ON

Chennai Runners..
It is pouring heavily as I post this message.. one might wonder if the ECR8 run is still on.. and this post is to confirm that the run is ON.

Rain or shine we will run.... So, please don't be deterred by the intermittent rain.. Rise early and join us in the fun.. Yes, it will be loads of fun..

Here is a mail that Vidyuth sent out early.. just as a recap..

Chennai Runners presents ECR8 Run in association with APOLLO DKV

Date: October 19, 2008 (Sunday)
Start point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound
End point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound
Start Time: Since we have participation for different distances, It has been decided to stagger the start times. Details are given below

Event Start time
30 km & 35 km - 5:15 am
20 km & 25 km - 5:25 am
10 km & 15 km - 5:35 am
5 km - 5:45 am

Assemble time:

Runners - The assembly time for the first event is 4:30 am. For all other events runners are requested to assemble at least 30 minutes before the start time to complete registration formalities.

Volunteers: Please assemble at the starting point at 4:30 am for a final briefing and assignments

Entry Fee: Rs.250/- (Entry fee will be collected at the starting point on October 19, 2008. The entry fee will defray the costs of organizing this event.)

Breakfast @ On shore Resort inside the Mayajaal Compound for Runners and volunteers from 7:30 am onwards

Car pooling
Those of you who wish to car pool may assemble outside Dimensions Gym on C P Ramaswamy Road (Adjacent to the Sony World Showroom) at 3:45 am. The cars will leave for the starting point at 4:00 am.

Volunteers
Those of you, who have been kind enough to volunteer, please assemble at the starting point by 4:30 am for a final briefing. All necessary supplies will be given at the starting point. There will be a car leaving from Dimensions Gym at 3:45 am to take volunteers to the starting point.
Route

For all events the starting point is the same. South on ECR for 17.5 kms and turn around (Exact turn around point to be notified on the day of run).

Water points - There will be water stops every 2.5 km to provide water and drinks for the runners

Running Safety
This event is organized by Chennai runners. This is a running support group. Runners taking part in this event do so of their own volition. There are a few things to bear in mind while running on the East Coast Road.

1. The East coast road is a very busy highway with high speed vehicular traffic.
2. There are NO traffic restrictions. Runners run at their own risk.
3. Run on the right side of the road facing on-coming traffic
4. If you are running in a group, do not run abreast. Run in a single file.
5. DO NOT run if you are not medically fit. You and your physician are the only folks who can counsel you on that. Consult your doctor and listen to your body before embarking on the run.
6. STOP running and seek medical help if you feel uncomfortable at anytime during the run.

Identification - Please carry some form of identification on your person while running. This identification should have your name, address, blood group and emergency contact numbers

First aid: - We will have a paramedical team available en route should any of the runners require medical assistance.

Kilpauk/Harington Run

Planning to do an easy run tomorrow.


Start Time : 14th October at 5:30 am.
Distance : 5 KM
Venue - Mcc School, Harrington Road.

Please confirm participation.

ECR8 - Just 6 Days To Go..

Today was one of the best runs for many of us in Chennai Runners.. It was raining heavily and roads were a mess.. Yet, we thoroughly enojoyed the run today and many of us felt like doing more.. I hope this excitement continues in to our ECR8 which hardly a week away..

Here are some useful details.. There is still time to register.. Go ahead and register now.. if you haven't done so already..

Chennai Runners presents ECR8

in association with

APOLLO DKV

Six days and counting for the big event. 53 runners registered so far. Let us try a get at least 100 runners for this event.

Register Now at www.chennairunners.com (Last date for registration is October 15, 2008)

ECR 8 Details..
Date: October 19, 2008 (Sunday)
Start Time: 5:15 am
Start point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound
End point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound

Assembly time: 4:30 am

Events: 5K, 10K, 15K, 20K, 25K, 30K, 35K
Entry Fee: Rs.250/-

This event is organized by runners. Runners will be taken care of well. Well stocked water points along the route. Breakfast @ On shore Resort inside the Mayajaal Compound for Runners and volunteers

Entry fee will be collected at the starting point on October 19, 2008. The entry fee will defray the costs of organizing this event.

Car pooling to the starting point

Those of you who wish to car pool may assemble outside Dimensions Gym on

C P Ramaswamy Road (Adjacent to the Sony World Showroom) at 3:45 am. The cars will leave for the starting point at 4:00 am.

Volunteers

Those of you, who have been kind enough to volunteer, please assemble at the starting point by 4:45 am for a final briefing. All necessary supplies will be given at the starting point.

Water points

There will be water stops every 2.5 km to provide water and drinks for the runners

Running Safety

This event is organized by Chennai runners. This is a running support group. Runners taking part in this event do so of their own volition. There are a few things to bear in mind while running on the East Coast Road.

• The East coast road is a very busy highway with high speed vehicular traffic.
• There are NO traffic restrictions. Runners run at their own risk.
• Run on the right side of the road facing on-coming traffic
• If you are running in a group, do not run abreast. Run in a single file.
• Vehicles are not used to road runners and will not make way for you. In your own interest, please stop for vehicular traffic. Vehicles first, runners next.

Identification

Please carry some form of identification on your person while running. This identification should have your name, address, blood group and emergency contact numbers

First aid

We will have a paramedical team available en route should any of the runners require medical assistance

Run Schedule Tomorrow - Sunday, October 12, 2008

Dear Chennai Runner

Our tentative run plan for tomorrow.. The route / distance is flexible and is based on the runners' choice at the start time..

Date: October 12, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: Hari & I are planning to do half-marathon tomorrow.. who else is joining us? (Tiger, Mohan, Ramani.. Are you game for half tomorrow..?)

Kilpauk/Harrington Run

Hi Team,

After more than a month break, we are restarting our Harrington Chapter. Tomorrow's Run is as follows

Start Time : 7th October at 5:30 am.
Distance : 5 KM
Venue - Mcc School, Harrington Road.

Please confirm participation.

ECR Calling - Register Now

Just two more weeks to go for our ECR # 8 and the excitement is starting to build.. and you can be part of it too..

Please register now if you have not done so already. Also, please help spread the message. Please download the original poster you see below from here and display it in your office and / or fitness center.

Run Schedule for Tomorrow - Sunday, October 05, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners..

Our tentative run plan for tomorrow.. The route / distance is flexible and is based on the runners' choice at the start time..

Date: October 05, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: I will not be joining the run tomorrow as I will be 'out of town'.. hope to sneak in a few runs in Tokyo..